Watts' last agency role was partner at creative agency Bullfrog.
Mandie van der Merwe: "Our focus is on having the right people in the room, those who enrich and expand the conversation...
"We've been looking to introduce this role into the agency for a while."
"She is laser focused on effectiveness, restless in her ambition, deeply passionate about creativity, and fun to be around."
Mediaweek looks back on May's big moves - and there's plenty of them.
Malkin spent eight years in global PR agencies before transitioning to senior communications roles in the finance and government sectors.
Butler replaces Gual Barwell, who departed the agency in January after two years in the CSO role.
Telstra's This is Footy Country came in second place, with ALDI's Good Different following in third.
"We understand that every marketer’s goal is to connect meaningfully with their audience."
James Beswick and Rowan Foxcroft also join as associate creative directors.
Ruki Ahad, Tyler Ronaldson, and Jenna Fisher have joined the agency.
The move follows The Brand Agency's recent re-appointment of the Tourism Western Australia account
TBWA's Cat Williams: "Do stuff that’s different, unexpected and real. That’s the work that people want to pay attention to."
The Monkeys scored six of Australia's 14 gongs, with M&C Saatchi taking four, and R\GA, CHEP Network, Dentsu Creative, and Rumble Studios...